Golden Ass of Apuleius

By Marie-Louise von Franz

Book Overview

" Today there is much discussion of the liberation of women, " writes Marie-Louise von Franz, " but it is sometimes overlooked that this can only succeed if there is a change in men as well. Just as women have to overcome the patriarchal tyrant in their own souls, men have to liberate and differentiate their inner femininity. Only then will a better relationship of the sexes be possible." It is this timely theme that Dr. von Franz explores in her psychological study of a classic work of the second century, "The Golden Ass" by Apuleius of Madaura. The novel recounts the adventures of a young Roman who is transformed into an ass and eventually finds spiritual renewal through initiation into the Isis mysteries. With its many tales within a tale (including the celebrated story of Psyche and Eros), the text as interpreted by Dr. von Franz is a rich source of insights, anecdotes, and scholarly amplification.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0877735239
• ISBN13: 9780877735236
• Release Date: February 1992
• Publisher: Shambhala Publications
• Length: 246 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.4" x 8.4"